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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1224 reviews of BlackBerry Storm / Thunder / 9500. The average rating for this product is 3.1/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. Reviewers really like the portability and design. The size and screen also get good views, but the reception and price get mixed opinions. Many are critical about the text input and performance.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the BlackBerry Storm / Thunder / 9500 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for BlackBerry Storm / Thunder / 9500

alaTest has collected and analyzed 59 user reviews of BlackBerry Storm / Thunder / 9500 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 2.9/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Cell phones on Amazon.co.uk. Comments about the sound and design are overall positive. The screen and portability are also appreciated. There are some mixed reviews about the GPS navigation and reliability. There are some less positive comments about the price and durability.

usability, portability, screen, design, sound

size, battery, reception, durability, price

58% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Amazon.com review summary for BlackBerry Storm / Thunder / 9500

alaTest has collected and analyzed 166 user reviews of BlackBerry Storm / Thunder / 9500 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 2.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other Cell phones on Amazon.com. People really like the battery and size. The screen and design are also appreciated. Many are critical about the GPS navigation and apps, and opinions about the reception and usability are different.

BlackBerry Storm 9500

The 9500 Storm is a well designed handset with an unconventional touch interface, but is all that enough?

Finally after the testing we can say - this is NOT the ‘Storm’ that killed the iPhone. RIM might have to try harder next time round to make a phenomenon like the iPhone bite the dust. Business will continue as usual, with or without the Storm. It’s...

So you've read our extensive BlackBerry Storm review and, despite feeling disappointment about it not living up to the hype, can't help but wonder just what makes the thing tick click. While we were a bit too squeamish to rip one of ours apart and ...

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Blackberry Storm

Enough with all the buzz about “killing” the iPhone, already! Every smartphone has its merits, and not every company is out to steal Apple's thunder. For example: Nokia has the amazing N96 camera phone (and a forthcoming 5800 touch phone) and T-Mobile...

BlackBerry Storm now available on Verizon

You've read the review, now Verizon's BlackBerry Storm is available for purchase for $200 on two-year contract. Really, what's left to say -- you're either ready to pull the trigger or not. [Thanks, JR] ...

Looking for an iPhone Killer? Better Keep Looking

The BlackBerry Storm is a lot of things: It's the first touchscreen device ever made by RIM, it has a 3.2-MP camera and it features cut-and-paste tech. But then

Click screen is a revelation for touch-compatible devices. Converts iTunes to BlackBerry media without breaking a sweat. Included GSM card means the Storm is a true globetrotter — it can work in virtually any foreign port. Photos, video and text pop...

OS lag on a piece of hardware this gorgeous is unacceptable. Scrolling through menus is jagged, slow and pokey. Accelerometer sometimes takes a good 5 to 10 seconds to orient itself. Lack of WiFi is lame. Verizon’s totalitarian control over the Storm's...

BlackBerry Storm (Verizon Wireless) Review

The BlackBerry Storm is an ambitious device, and we generally like the design and what RIM was attempting to accomplish with the interface. Plus, the GPS performance, call quality, and loud speaker are major pluses. But we're disappointed in the...

BlackBerry Storm ( Verizon Wireless)

Editors' note: We have updated the review since its last publish date to include changes to features and performance after installing the BlackBerry OS version 4.7.0.148 released by Verizon Wireless on May 31, 2009.

The RIM BlackBerry Storm features an innovative touch screen that provides tactile feedback to confirm your selection. The Storm offers dual-mode functionality for world-roaming capabilities as well as EV-DO Rev. A and UMTS/HSDPA support. Other...

The Storm's SurePress touch-screen takes some acclimation and the onscreen keyboard is a bit cramped. The smartphone can still be sluggish even after the firmware update. Speakerphone quality was a bit choppy

The RIM BlackBerry Storm may blow in a frenzy for Verizon Wireless subscribers wanting a touch screen similar to the Apple iPhone. However, there are bugs and performance issues that prevent the Storm from delivering its full potential.